2027-2028 Reference Assessment Form—Ontario Graduate Scholarship (Master's level of study)

Please complete the reference assessment form below by the OGS application deadline of December 1, 2026, 8:00 PM ET.

For more information about writing reference assessments, please review this FGS guide.

If you require assistance, please contact the FGS Scholarships & Awards Coordinator by visiting FGS Staff Directory.

Student Information
Student Name Student Name First Last
York Student ID
Must be 9 digits. Currently Entered: 0 digits.
Student Email

Please use the email that the student provided to you that they used for their OGS application.
Graduate Program
Referee Information
Referee Name Referee Name First Last
Academic Institution or Organization
Department/Division
Position Title
Email Address
I have known the student in my capacity as:
How many years have you known the student?
Maximum of 2 digits allowed. Currently Entered: 0 digits.
Academic Assessment

In providing your assessment in each section below, consider the applicant in comparison to other students in similar disciplines and at a similar stage in their graduate studies, with whom you have interacted during the last five years.
1. Academic Excellence
As demonstrated by past academic results, transcripts, awards and distinctions.

Academic Excellence Rating
Provide an assessment of the applicant’s skills, abilities, achievements, awards, experience and contributions related to this criterion. Use concrete examples.
Maximum of 400 words allowed. Currently Entered: 0 words.
2. Research Potential
As demonstrated by the applicant's research history, his/her interest in discovery, the proposed research, its potential contribution to the advancement of knowledge in the field, and any anticipated outcomes.

Research Potential Rating
Provide an assessment of the applicant’s skills, abilities, achievements, awards, experience and contributions related to this criterion. Use concrete examples.
Maximum of 400 words allowed. Currently Entered: 0 words.
3. Personal Characteristics and Interpersonal Skills
As demonstrated by the applicant's past professional and relevant extracurricular interactions and
collaborations.

Personal Characteristics and Interpersonal Skills Rating
Provide an assessment of the applicant’s skills, abilities, achievements, awards, experience and contributions related to this criterion. Use concrete examples.
Maximum of 400 words allowed. Currently Entered: 0 words.
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2027-2028 Reference Assessment Form—Ontario Graduate Scholarship (Master's level of study)

2027-2028 Reference Assessment Form—Ontario Graduate Scholarship (Master's level of study)

Student Information

Referee Information

Academic Assessment In providing your assessment in each section below, consider the applicant in comparison to other students in similar disciplines and at a similar stage in their graduate studies, with whom you have interacted during the last five years.

Academic Assessment

In providing your assessment in each section below, consider the applicant in comparison to other students in similar disciplines and at a similar stage in their graduate studies, with whom you have interacted during the last five years.